The Shadow Returns
“HIS GUNS SPEAK A SONG OF DEATH!”
The Shadow (Kane Richmond) cracks a case of missing jewels, murder and plastics.
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Where is The Shadow Returns streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, ScreenPix Amazon Channel , Hoopla | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Hoopla, Tubi TV | — |
| Australia | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
About The Shadow Returns
The Shadow Returns is a 1946 English-language mystery and science fiction film directed by Phil Rosen and William Beaudine. The cast is led by Kane Richmond, Barbara Read, Tom Dugan. It has a runtime of 1h 1m. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, ScreenPix Amazon Channel .
The Shadow Returns was produced by Monogram Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on February 16, 1946.
- Director
- Phil Rosen, William Beaudine
- Writers
- George Callahan
- Release date
- February 16, 1946
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Monogram Pictures
The Shadow Returns cast & crew
The Shadow Returns was directed by Phil Rosen and William Beaudine and written by George Callahan.
The cast features Kane Richmond as Lamont Cranston / The Shadow, Barbara Read as Margo Lane, Tom Dugan as Shrevvy, Joseph Crehan as Police Insp. Cardona, Pierre Watkin as Police Commissioner J.R. Weston, and Robert Emmett Keane as Charles Frobay.
Is The Shadow Returns worth watching?
At 1h 1m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy mystery and science fiction, The Shadow Returns is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Shadow Returns
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Cast of The Shadow Returns
Kane Richmond
Lamont Cranston / The Shadow
Barbara Read
Margo Lane
Tom Dugan
Shrevvy
Joseph Crehan
Police Insp. Cardona
Pierre Watkin
Police Commissioner J.R. Weston
Robert Emmett Keane
Charles Frobay
Frank Reicher
Michael Hasdon
Rebel Randall
Lenore Jessup
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The Shadow Returns — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Shadow Returns in United States?
The Shadow Returns is streaming on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, ScreenPix Amazon Channel , Hoopla in United States.
▸Is The Shadow Returns on YouTube TV?
Yes — The Shadow Returns is currently available on YouTube TV in United States.
▸What language is The Shadow Returns in?
The Shadow Returns is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Shadow Returns?
The Shadow Returns runs 1 hours 1 minutes (61 minutes).
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